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Siavash Mirzaei

Irvine

Summary

Reptile Curator and seasoned Ironworker, excelling in reptile handling and safety protocols, boasting a track record of enhancing team performance and animal welfare and employee training at The Reptile Zoo. Expertise spanning in behavior analysis to team management and proper reptile handling and training, underpinning a commitment to excellence and innovation in diverse environments. Possessing versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Bringing fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Reptile Curator/Trainer

The Reptile Zoo
09.2016 - Current
  • Trained and supervised staff on safe, proper, and responsible reptile handling procedures.
  • Minimized risk between handlers and reptiles by ensuring correct and safe handling measures. In particular with larger species of pythons.
  • Tracked metrics such as overall health, behaviors, and diet to isolate and address concerns.
  • Collaborated with veterinarians, animal caretakers and other animal experts on how best to train animals.
  • Observed animals closely to understand individual needs and behaviors.
  • Assessing animals during different activities to identify possible illnesses or injuries requiring care.
  • Assisted with development of animal behavior modification plans.
  • Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Ironworker

Commercial Metals Company
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
  • Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
  • Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
  • Determined size, shape, placement, and material of supports based on blueprints and structural standards.
  • Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
  • Positioned rebar and other iron reinforcement following pouring of concrete.
  • Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
  • Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
  • Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
  • Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Rebar Engineering

University Of Iron
La Palma, California
08-2025

High School Diploma -

Irvine High School
Irvine, California
01-2018

Skills

  • Behavior analysis

  • Animal nutrition management

  • Breeding habits explanation

  • Illness assessment and treatment

  • Problem-solving abilities

  • Problem identification

  • Team building

  • Animal Handling

  • Team leadership

  • Safety measures

  • Safety protocols and procedures

  • Building codes compliance

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Farsi
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Ironworker

Commercial Metals Company
08.2021 - 05.2024

Reptile Curator/Trainer

The Reptile Zoo
09.2016 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Rebar Engineering

University Of Iron

High School Diploma -

Irvine High School

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